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Mel Kiper Jr. doubles down on his Shedeur Sanders stance

ESPN NFL Draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. is still riding with Shedeur Sanders. Dan Orlovsky, another ESPN analyst, has established himself as a firm believer in Alabama’s Ty Simpson during the pre-draft process, and it has drawn comparisons to Kiper’s adamant belief in Sanders last year. Kiper weighed in on that Wednesday by saying Orlovsky … The post Mel Kiper Jr. doubles down on his Shedeur Sanders stance appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Cardinals add fuel to Ty Simpson fire with last-minute visit

The Arizona Cardinals are ready for the 2026 NFL Draft. Arizona is set to add a defensive playmaker with the third overall pick in the draft. But some news just a week before the draft could have fans begging the Cardinals to draft a different prospect during the first round. Alabama QB Ty Simpson is […] The post Cardinals add fuel to Ty Simpson fire with last-minute visit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ty Simpson takes pre-draft visit to intriguing team

Former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson is drawing first-round interest in the NFL Draft, and one intriguing team is bringing him in for a pre-draft visit. Simpson is visiting the Arizona Cardinals on Wednesday, according to Field Yates of ESPN. Wednesday marks the final day that prospects are allowed to take visits. On the final day … The post Ty Simpson takes pre-draft visit to intriguing team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Exclusive: Why Dan Orlovsky wants Steelers to draft Ty Simpson even with Aaron Rodgers belief

Dan Orlovsky believes Aaron Rodgers is coming back to play for another year. The Steelers are awaiting Rodgers’ decision to play a 22nd season, and they’re hoping he decides before the 2026 NFL Draft, which starts on April 23. Pittsburgh hired Rodgers’ former coach with the Green Bay Packers, Mike McCarthy. Rodgers and McCarthy won […] The post Exclusive: Why Dan Orlovsky wants Steelers to draft Ty Simpson even with Aaron Rodgers belief appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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‘Damndest Play I’ve Ever Seen in My Life’ — Jon Gruden Stunned by Alabama QB Ty Simpson’s Revelation

Former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson is a prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft class, with analysts undecided on whether he merits a first-round grade. Simpson accumulated 15 starts in college after serving as the Crimson Tide’s backup for three years. In a clip on Barstool Sports’ YouTube channel from Jon Gruden’s quarterback class, the coach […]

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Ty Simpson Shares Powerful Injury Story That Shows Kalen DeBoer’s True Character

Ty Simpson is aiming to become the first Alabama quarterback selected in the first round since 2023. He enters the 2026 NFL Draft following the 2025 season under head coach Kalen DeBoer. Simpson discussed an interaction with DeBoer during an episode of “Gruden’s QB Class,” hosted by Jon Gruden. Simpson reflected on being in the […]

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Insider Shares the ‘Obvious’ move the Cardinals Want to Make in the NFL Draft

There are a few options the Arizona Cardinals have with the third overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Despite having all of those options, as Sports Illustrated’s Donnie Druin recently shared, it looks more and more obvious that the Cardinals are looking to trade the pick.This talk about trading the pick is nothing new. […] The post Insider Shares the ‘Obvious’ move the Cardinals Want to Make in the NFL Draft appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Kalen DeBoer reveals injury update for key Alabama player

Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama Crimson Tide are fresh off a College Football Playoff trip in DeBoer’s second season as head coach. Entering Year 3, there are high hopes, even with quarterback Ty Simpson leaving for the NFL Draft. On Saturday, Alabama held its A-Day scrimmage at Bryant-Denny Stadium, but the Crimson Tide saw an … The post Kalen DeBoer reveals injury update for key Alabama player appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Dan Orlovsky: ‘CAA’s never asked me to say anything’ about football player clients

You knew the news cycle around ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky’s take that Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson is a better prospect than Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza had reached its logical conclusion when fans online began accusing Orlovsky of bias toward Simpson because the two shared an agency. It was the same allegation lobbed at ESPN’s College GameDay…

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Cardinals’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup with pre-draft cycle ending

Arizona’s draft situation is becoming easier to describe, and they hold the No. 3 overall pick as they approach the final stretch before the draft. This position gives them significant leverage to either select one of the top non-quarterbacks in the draft class, move back to gain extra value, or patiently wait at the top […] The post Cardinals’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup with pre-draft cycle ending appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Steelers hosting SEC QB while waiting for Aaron Rodgers decision

The Pittsburgh Steelers are still waiting to see whether or not Aaron Rodgers will be the starting quarterback in 2026. In the meantime, the Steelers are exploring options at the QB position ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, and they hosted Arkansas QB Taylen Green on a visit on Monday. Former Arkansas QB Taylen Green … The post Steelers hosting SEC QB while waiting for Aaron Rodgers decision appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Kalen DeBoer Urged To Fix Alabama’s Biggest Issue Amid QB Dilemma

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer is in the spotlight as the Crimson Tide navigate an offseason of uncertainty after a disappointing finish to the 2025 season, which included losses in the SEC Championship Game and the Rose Bowl. DeBoer lost quarterback Ty Simpson to the NFL Draft process and is overseeing a quarterback battle in […]

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